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dieting

Body fat may be bigger danger than body size

Study finds fat levels a better indicator of early death than commonly used BMI measure.

Recognize the signs of eating disorders

Bulimia, anorexia or binge eating can afflict people from all walks of life—but telltale signs can alert loved ones to trouble.

Go ahead—eat the fat

Really. Dieters who turn to whole grains and healthy fats experience a drop in heart risks.

Is ‘do nothing’ weight loss in our future?

Researchers discover a way to turn bad fat cells good, but expert says the magic pill is still a ways off.

Diet sodas to lose weight? Not likely

Don't do it. Low-calorie sodas ultimately sabotage your efforts.

‘Thrifty’ metabolism might sabotage us

People who are obese have to work harder to win the battle with the bulge.

Doctor’s advice carries weight with patients

Study shows that people are more likely to drop the pounds, and keep them off, if their doc tells them to.

One size doesn’t fit all

Weight-loss breakthroughs help, but they’re not the ultimate long-term solution to obesity.